In Tuesday's non-league challenge, the host De Leon Bearcats volleyball team scored a close 2-1 triumph over the Santo Wildcats.

The Bearcats (4-20) will now prepare for their challenge against Hico (Hico, TX). The Tigers come into the 2A Region I District 5 challenge with a 19-3 record. In their last challenge, Hico edged Hamilton (Hamilton, TX), 3-1, in a league test.

The Wildcats now sport a 6-15 record.